screw up

US /skruː ˈʌp/
UK /skruː ˈʌp/
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1.

verknoeien, verprutsen

to make a mistake or do something badly

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I really screwed up the presentation.
Ik heb de presentatie echt verknald.
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Don't screw up this opportunity.
Verknoei deze kans niet.
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mess upbotchbunglefoul upflub
2.

benadelen, oneerlijk behandelen

to treat someone badly or unfairly

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The company really screwed him up by not paying him on time.
Het bedrijf heeft hem echt benadeeld door hem niet op tijd te betalen.
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Don't let anyone screw you up.
Laat niemand je benadelen.
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exploitmistreattake advantage ofrip off
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